Preoperative Phase
Preoperative Phase ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is providing preoperative education to a client who is anxious about the surgery. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
n: This is incorrect because the nurse should encourage the client to ask questions to the surgeon, as it may help reduce anxiety and increase understanding of the procedure.
n: This is correct because the nurse should suggest the client to bring some personal items, such as music or a book, to help them relax before the surgery. This can provide distraction and comfort for the client who is anxious.
This is incorrect because the nurse should not make false reassurances or promises to the client, as it may undermine trust and credibility. The nurse should explain the risks and benefits of general anesthesia and how pain will be managed after the surgery.
n: This is incorrect because the nurse should not focus on the negative outcomes of eating or drinking before surgery, as it may increase anxiety and fear. The nurse should explain the rationale for fasting before surgery, such as preventing aspiration and reducing nausea and vomiting.
Choice A reason:
This is incorrect because the nurse should encourage the client to ask questions to the surgeon, as it may help reduce anxiety and increase understanding of the procedure.
Choice B reason:
This is correct because the nurse should suggest the client to bring some personal items, such as music or a book, to help them relax before the surgery. This can provide distraction and comfort for the client who is anxious.
Choice C reason:
This is incorrect because the nurse should not make false reassurances or promises to the client, as it may undermine trust and credibility. The nurse should explain the risks and benefits of general anesthesia and how pain will be managed after the surgery.
Choice D reason:
This is incorrect because the nurse should not focus on the negative outcomes of eating or drinking before surgery, as it may increase anxiety and fear. The nurse should explain the rationale for fasting before surgery, such as preventing aspiration and reducing nausea and vomiting.